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Tofu broccoli corn and vegetable bowl with sesame dressing

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Miso-Sesame Tofu & Broccoli Bowls

Crisp tofu, broccoli, corn, cucumber, and carrots with a savory-sweet miso sesame dressing.

Developed for DishGal · Updated 2026-08-18

Prep15 min
Cook22 min
Total37 min
Cost$2.35

Directions

  1. Crisp the tofu

    Toss pressed tofu with cornstarch and oil. Bake at 425°F for 20 to 22 minutes, turning once.

  2. Roast the broccoli

    Add broccoli to a second pan or alongside tofu for the final 14 minutes, lightly oiled and salted.

  3. Whisk the dressing

    Mix miso, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, ginger, and 2 tablespoons warm water.

  4. Prep the toppings

    Warm corn and chop cucumber and carrot.

  5. Build

    Layer rice, tofu, broccoli, corn, cucumber, and carrot. Drizzle generously with miso dressing and sesame seeds.

Why this works

Why it worksCornstarch gives baked tofu a crisp shell.
Why it worksMiso dressing supplies enough umami that the bowl does not miss meat.
Why it worksHot roasted vegetables and cool cucumber create contrast.

Swaps & notes

Easy swaps

  • Use tempeh instead of tofu.
  • Swap rice for noodles.
  • Add avocado for extra richness.

Cook notes

  • Press tofu at least 15 minutes for better browning.
  • Thin dressing with warm water, not extra oil, so it stays punchy.

Storage

Refrigerate tofu, rice, and broccoli up to 4 days. Store dressing separately.

Questions

Can I air fry the tofu?

Yes. Air fry at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking twice.

Is it gluten-free?

Use tamari and verify your miso is gluten-free.

Can I use frozen broccoli?

Yes, roast from frozen and allow a few extra minutes.

Miso-Sesame Tofu & Broccoli Bowls
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1. Crisp the tofuToss pressed tofu with cornstarch and oil. Bake at 425°F for 20 to 22 minutes, turning once.
2. Roast the broccoliAdd broccoli to a second pan or alongside tofu for the final 14 minutes, lightly oiled and salted.
3. Whisk the dressingMix miso, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, ginger, and 2 tablespoons warm water.
4. Prep the toppingsWarm corn and chop cucumber and carrot.
5. BuildLayer rice, tofu, broccoli, corn, cucumber, and carrot. Drizzle generously with miso dressing and sesame seeds.